Course Descriptions
ARTS 1301 Art Appreciation
A general introduction to the visual arts designed to create an appreciation of the
vocabulary, media, techniques, and purposes of the creative process. Students will
critically interpret and evaluate works of art within formal, cultural, and historical
context. Prerequisite: Meet TSI standard for INRW 0315; or equivalent. 3 credit hours.
(A)
ARTS 1303 Art History I (Prehistoric to the 14th century)
A chronological analysis of the historical and cultural contexts of the visual arts
from prehistoric times to the 14th century. Prerequisite: Meet TSI standard for
INRW 0315; or equivalent. 3 credit hours. (A) Note: Students should expect additional
supply costs.
ARTS 1304 Art History II (14th century to the present)
A chronological analysis of the historical and cultural contexts of the visual arts
from the 14th century to the present day. Prerequisite: Meet TSI standard for INRW
0315; or equivalent. 3 credit hours. (A) Note: Students should expect additional supply
costs.
ARTS 1311 Design I (2-dimensional)
An introduction to the fundamental terminology, concepts, theory, and application
of two-dimensional design. Lab required. 3 credit hours. (A)
Note: Students should expect additional supply costs.
ARTS 1312 Design II (3-dimensional)
An introduction to the fundamental terminology, concepts, theory, and application
of three-dimensional design. Lab required. 3 credit hours. (A) Note: Students should
expect additional supply costs.
ARTS 1313 Foundations of Art
Introduction to the creative media designed to enhance artistic awareness and sensitivity
through the creative and imaginative use of art materials and tools. Includes art
history and culture through the exploration of a variety of art works with an emphasis
on aesthetic judgment and growth. Additionally, the examination of the change in
art creation based on the advancement of tools and materials pushing art production
from optic technology in Renaissance painting to mechanical art to technology based
art. 3 credit hours. (A)
ARTS 1316 Drawing I
A foundation studio course exploring drawing with emphasis on descriptive, expressive
and conceptual approaches. Students will learn to see and interpret a variety of subjects
while using diverse materials and techniques. Course work will facilitate a dialogue
in which students will engage in critical analysis and begin to develop their understanding
of drawing as a discipline. Lab required. 3 credit hours. (A) Note: Students should
expect additional supply costs.
ARTS 1317 Drawing II
A studio course exploring drawing with continued emphasis on descriptive, expressive
and conceptual approaches. Students will further develop the ability to see and interpret
a variety of subjects while using diverse materials and techniques. Course work will
facilitate a dialogue in which students will employ critical analysis to broaden their
understanding of drawing as a discipline. Lab required. Prerequisite: ARTS 1316.
3 credit hours. (A) Note: Students should expect additional supply costs.
ARTS 2311 Design III
Studio art course that is a theoretical and practical study of color and composition
in art and design. The course consists of studio-based projects using the formal and
conceptual aspects of color. The course also examines the functions of color in art
from different historical and cultural perspectives. Lab required. Prerequisite: ARTS
1311 or ARTS 1312. 3 credit hours. (A)
Note: Students should expect additional supply costs.
ARTS 2316 Painting I
Studio art course that introduces the fundamental principles, materials, and techniques
of painting. Lab required. Prerequisite: ARTS 1316. 3 credit hours. (A)
Note: Students should expect additional supply costs.
ARTS 2317 Painting II
Studio art course that furthers the study of the principles, materials, and techniques
of painting. Lab required. Prerequisite: ARTS 2316. 3 credit hours. (A)
Note: Students should expect additional supply costs.
ARTS 2323 Life Drawing
Studio art course that introduces the analytic study of the human form and the figure’s
potential for compositional and expressive use in drawing. Lab required. Prerequisite:
ARTS 1316. 3 credit hours. (A)
Note: Students should expect additional supply costs.
ARTS 2326 Sculpture
A studio art course that introduces the materials, processes, and issues pertaining
to the making of three-dimensional objects and environments. The course explores the
use of varied materials and techniques along with the formal and conceptual principles
that form the basis of contemporary sculpture. Lab required. 3 credit hours. (A)
Note: Students should expect additional supply costs.
ARTS 2333 Printmaking
A studio art course that introduces the materials, processes, and concepts pertaining
to traditional and contemporary printmaking. The course explores the use of varied
tools and techniques along with the formal and conceptual principles to create editioned
and unique works. Lab required. 3 credit hours. (A)
Note: Students should expect additional supply costs.
ARTS 2341 Metals
A studio art course that introduces metalsmithing using basic techniques in jewelry
design and metal construction. The course provides instruction and practical fabrication
experience as it relates to the design and production of small-scale functional and/or
non-functional objects. Lab required. 3 credit hours. (A)
Note: Students should expect additional supply costs.
ARTS 2346 Ceramics I
A studio art course that introduces basic building, throwing, and other techniques
as it relates to the design and production of ceramic sculpture and pottery. Lab required.
3 credit hours. (A)
Note: Students should expect additional supply costs.
ARTS 2347 Ceramics II
A studio art course that furthers the study of building, throwing, and other techniques
as it relates to the design and production of ceramic sculpture and pottery. Lab required.
Prerequisite: ARTS 2346. 3 credit hours. (A)
Note: Students should expect additional supply costs.
ARTS 2348 Digital Media
Studio art course that introduces the potential of basic digital media manipulation
and graphic creation. The course emphasizes still and time-based media. Additionally,
focusing on fine art photography with creative applications. Lab required. 3 credit
hours. (A)
Note: Students should expect additional supply costs.
ARTS 2356 Photography I
A studio art course that introduces the technical and conceptual basics of photography
as a creative medium. Additionally, a darkroom photography course that will cover
basic camera operations and darkroom techniques. Lab required. 3 credit hours. (A)
Note: Students should expect additional supply costs, including a 35mm SLR camera,
film, and photographic paper.
ARTS 2357 Photography II
A studio art course that furthers the study of the technical and conceptual basics
of photography as a creative medium. Additionally, a darkroom photography course that
will cover advanced cameras and darkroom techniques. Lab required. Prerequisite: ARTS
2356. 3 credit hours. (A)
Note: Students should expect additional supply costs.
ARTS 2366 Watercolor
Studio art course that introduces the fundamental principles, materials, and techniques
of watercolor and other water-based media. Lab required. 3 credit hours. (A)
Note: Students should expect additional supply costs.
ARTS 2389 Academic Co-op Arts/Photography
Integrates on-campus study with practical hands-on work experience in art/photography.
In conjunction with class seminars, the student will set specific goals and objectives
in the study of art. Contact the Associate Dean/Director for more information. 3 credit
hours. (A)